ROASTED PEPPER SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

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I created this colorful salad for a 4-H project and took it all the way to the state competition, where I won first place! I'd love to have my own Italian restaurant someday.-Seth Murdoch, Red Rock, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 each large sweet yellow, red and green peppers
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon each minced fresh oregano, rosemary, basil and parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 carton (8 ounces) fresh mozzarella cheese pearls
5 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Broil peppers 4 in. from the heat until skins blister, about 5 minutes. With tongs, rotate peppers a quarter turn. Broil and rotate until all sides are blistered and blackened. Immediately place peppers in a large bowl; cover and let stand for 20 minutes., Peel off and discard charred skin. Remove stems and seeds. Cut peppers into thin strips; place in a large bowl. Add onion., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, herbs, garlic, garlic powder, cayenne, pepper and salt; pour over pepper mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours., Before serving, allow peppers to come to room temperature. Place on a serving plate; top with tomatoes, cheese and basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Pareez Ali
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit.


Anthony olayi Adie
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I love the smoky flavor of the roasted peppers in this salad. The balsamic vinaigrette is also very good.


Md Muhi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted peppers. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Mustajab Ali
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I wasn't sure how I would like this salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. The roasted peppers were delicious, and the balsamic vinaigrette was the perfect complement.


Farazi Rasel
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of roasted peppers, onions, and balsamic vinegar.


Adib Hasan Ramim
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I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit. The roasted peppers add a wonderful smoky flavor, and the balsamic vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.


Saif Khan gp
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted peppers. I also like to add some grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more substantial meal.


Ssessanga Brian
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a quick lunch.


Md Abu ok
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very flavorful, thanks to the roasted peppers and balsamic vinaigrette.


Adam Lakhal
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I've never been a big fan of roasted peppers, but this salad changed my mind. The peppers were roasted to perfection, and the balsamic vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch.


SyEd Roki Ahmed
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit.


Diljan Diljan
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I love the smoky flavor of the roasted peppers in this salad. The balsamic vinaigrette is also very good.


Prince Jibon
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted peppers. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Sheenah Nanziri
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I wasn't sure how I would like this salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. The roasted peppers were delicious, and the balsamic vinaigrette was the perfect complement.


Abri Small
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of roasted peppers, onions, and balsamic vinegar.


gecko gaming
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The roasted peppers add a wonderful smoky flavor, and the balsamic vinaigrette is light and tangy.


BR OKEN Sanjana
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This roasted pepper salad was a hit at my last potluck! The peppers were perfectly roasted, and the balsamic vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.